Kin Selection

Real World Example

Imagine you’re at a family gathering, and there’s only one slice of cake left, but you decide to let your younger sibling have it instead of keeping it for yourself. This decision is similar to kin selection, where an individual may sacrifice their own immediate benefit for the welfare of their relatives. Just as you prioritize your sibling’s happiness over your own because you share a close family bond, in kin selection, organisms may act in ways that favor the survival and reproduction of their relatives, as they share a significant portion of their genes, ensuring that these genes continue to thrive in the population.